The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- Jun 5
- 2 min read
“Be kind to others and humble. Be who you truly are & believe in yourself — that makes you exceptional!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day and Week!
Let’s “Remember Everyone Deployed” around the world today and every day until they come home!

Good “R.E.D. Friday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome to the end of the week from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — June 6, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Exceptional Day!” Why Not?
“What makes leaders exceptional? It is a genuine commitment, a true willingness to lead others toward a common mission, vision, and goals with inspiration, motivation and positive influence. Don’t ever sit back and wait — be exceptional and lead the way!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“You are an exceptional human, with depth and heart. Don’t let anyone-or anything-dim that light inside you.” — Christina Lauren
“Tell yourself every day that you’re tough and exceptional.” — Unknown Author

“Be bold. Be brave. Be exceptional!” — Harvey Smith
“You are exceptional and bound for greatness.” — Chris Diaz

“Exceptional people convert life’s setbacks into future successes.” — Carol S. Dweck
“Nobody can prevent you from choosing to be exceptional.” — Mark Sanborn

“Average people talk about people. Exceptional people discuss their dreams.” — Robin Sharma
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing FREE & CONFIDENTIAL Year-round Online Peer-to-Peer Support Nationwide for those with Invisible Wounds!
Join our Volunteer and Army Veteran Jennifer Roy every Friday evening for "Victims to Survivors!" edition of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, sponsored and presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV).
We are asking everyone to share who we are and what support that Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) is providing via WFL. If you know someone who is a veteran, first responder or a family member/caregiver, please ask them to join us for at least one meeting so they can learn more about what we do and how they can share their wisdom with others who may be able to learn from them.
Friday Evenings: "Victims to Survivors!"

Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Victims to Survivors!"
Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) – Every Friday Evening starting @ 4:30 PM PT, 5:30 PM MT, 6:30 PM CT, and 7:30 PM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84406912947
Drop in every Monday Morning for “Cup O' Joe" with Volunteer and Army Veteran Derrick Iozzio as part of Warriors for Life (WFL) Online, Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. VFV! Check out the times below and how to connect through Zoom!

Warriors for Life (WFL) Online "Cup O' Joe" Presented by Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV) — Every Monday Morning starting at 6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, and 9:00 AM ET
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88191389604
“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

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